新华视点丨乘冬而起 向雪而行——冰雪经济高质量发展新观察

Group 1 - The first snow holiday in Urumqi has boosted the ice and snow economy, leading to increased activity in tourism, accommodation, and dining sectors, with skiing becoming the main consumption area during this period [1][3] - Urumqi's ice and snow economy is expected to continue thriving, with over 160 ice and snow-themed events planned for the season, supported by policies aimed at enhancing winter tourism consumption [3] - The first snow holiday in Altay has provided a new growth experience for students, integrating ice sports and cultural education, which has increased winter tourism and deepened the connection between the ice economy and quality education [5] Group 2 - During the snow holiday in Jilin Province, ski resorts saw a surge in visitors, with families enjoying skiing experiences, and a one-stop ice and snow entertainment matrix being developed in Yanji City [8] - The ice and snow economy in China is experiencing unprecedented growth, with the number of companies in the ice and snow equipment sector increasing from approximately 300 in 2015 to around 900 in 2023, and sales revenue rising from less than 5 billion yuan to about 22 billion yuan [10] - China's ice and snow industry is projected to exceed 1 trillion yuan this year, driven by the popularization of ice sports and advancements in technology, positioning ice equipment manufacturing as a new growth driver for the ice economy [12]